The Fog Knows Your Name
- October 24, 2019
- Choice of Games
Get on Steam"The Fog Knows Your Name" is a narrative-driven psychological horror game. Players must navigate through a mysterious fog, solving puzzles and making choices that affect the story's outcome. With multiple endings and a focus on atmospheric exploration, the game explores themes of isolation and paranoia.
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Reviews
- Incredible story with a diverse wealth of options, pathways, and endings, making each playthrough unique and engaging.
- Well-developed characters that feel realistic and relatable, contributing to an emotional and immersive experience.
- The writing is captivating, with a strong atmosphere that effectively combines mystery and supernatural elements.
- The stat management system can be punishing and unclear, leading to frustrating moments where players may feel their choices are undermined.
- Some players may find the romance aspects underdeveloped or not as engaging compared to the main plot.
- There are occasional pacing issues and moments where the story may feel gimmicky or overly reliant on typical high school tropes.
- story182 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story is widely praised for its engaging narrative, rich character development, and diverse branching paths that allow for multiple endings, keeping players invested throughout. While some reviewers noted that certain plot elements felt familiar or borrowed from other works, the writing and atmosphere were commended for creating a compelling and immersive experience. Overall, the game is recommended for fans of story-driven gameplay, with a strong emphasis on mystery, horror, and emotional depth.
“Incredible story with a diverse wealth of options, pathways, and endings!”
“The plot and writing are really good, and although the secret behind the fog wasn't some massive surprise, the author did an excellent job of setting up the eerie and mysterious atmosphere, creating a tangible sense of unease that kept increasing as the story's events unfolded.”
“The tension kept creeping and increasing each chapter and the story never once seemed dull or dragging, and despite its content, the story never once felt contrite or cliché.”
“Everything in the story is pretty much cut and dried.”
“Some elements of the story borrow heavily from other books/movies - there's a town in Maine that frequently experiences heavy fog and there's something creepy in the fog that kills people.”
“Note to developers - put more time into the story - that's where the players will get more satisfaction.”
- emotional18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's emotional impact is a mixed bag; while it may not reach the heights of more renowned titles, players find it engaging and heartwarming, with strong character development that fosters attachment. Many describe it as an emotional roller coaster, eliciting a range of feelings from joy to sadness, though some criticize the early forced emotional decisions that lack investment. Overall, the writing and pacing contribute to a satisfying and impactful narrative experience.
“It was a great game though - everything was paced well, the writing was amazing, I got really attached to the characters, and found my ending emotional and satisfying.”
“This game is an emotional roller coaster in its purest form.”
“There are scenarios where I have to stop reading and take a breath because of something terrifying; there's a single paragraph that made me cry.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its eerie and mysterious qualities, effectively creating a sense of unease that enhances the storytelling. Despite the familiar setting of a creepy New England town, the author manages to present it in a fresh way, though character inconsistencies can occasionally disrupt the tension. Overall, the writing and pacing contribute to a compelling supernatural mystery experience.
“The plot and writing are really good, and although the secret behind the fog wasn't some massive surprise or anything, the author did an excellent job of setting up the eerie and mysterious atmosphere, creating a tangible sense of unease that kept increasing as the story's events unfolded, and just generally did a great job with the setting and pacing to really pull you in.”
“A well written, paced, and atmospheric supernatural mystery.”
“Don't get me wrong, so far the story is interesting and the writing is solid, but if your character fails at such simple things like 'not caring' and simply 'being angry', the tense atmosphere of the story regularly gets interrupted by massive facepalms.”
“The atmosphere of a small, creepy New England town has been done to death, but this story has managed to make it seem fresh somehow, which is its own accomplishment.”
“The plot and writing are really good, and although the secret behind the fog wasn't some massive surprise or anything, the author did an excellent job of setting up the eerie and mysterious atmosphere, creating a tangible sense of unease that kept increasing as the story's events unfolded.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as graphic and detailed, effectively portraying a bleak island setting that emphasizes themes of despair and death. However, the lack of engaging visuals may lead to boredom for some players, suggesting that the experience relies heavily on imagination and narrative rather than visual stimulation. Overall, while the graphics serve their purpose, they may not appeal to those seeking a more visually dynamic experience.
“The geographical background is an island near the coast where fishermen and a lack of infrastructure is apparent.”
“They exist just to die; and it's normally portrayed in graphic detail just to kill whatever suspense or mystery was left.”
“If you like to read and have a strong imagination without the aid of graphic visuals, also if you don't get bored (because it can get very boring) easily, then try reading this multiple choice story. I haven't finished it yet, but I am surprised how good it is.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its variety of choices, enabling players to create a personalized narrative without being restricted by rigid route mechanics common in similar games. However, some users feel that the romance mechanics could be more developed, with one reviewer expressing a preference for a playthrough that ignored this aspect entirely. Overall, the game offers an engaging experience for those who enjoy choice-driven storytelling.
“The variety of choices that you can make throughout the story allow for a self-built narrative that isn't choked by 'you chose to follow this type of route, so you can never make opposing choices again' mechanics other games in this genre suffer from.”
“Romance mechanics could have been more fleshed out; I kind of preferred my first playthrough where I neglected that aspect altogether.”
“The variety of choices that you can make throughout the story allows for a self-built narrative that isn't choked by 'you chose to follow this type of route, so you can never make opposing choices again' mechanics that other games in this genre suffer from.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the strong character development in the game, noting that it significantly enhances the emotional investment in the plot. They appreciate the time dedicated to developing characters, which is often lacking in similar choice-based games, making the narrative more engaging and impactful.
“I was impressed by how character-driven the mystery and plot were. There was real emotional investment put into the story because there was enough time set aside for actual character development, which is something that is often missing from these types of games.”
